B2 noun /ˈvɜː.dɪkt/

verdict

Meaning

a decision made by a jury or judge in a court case

Example

The jury returned a guilty verdict after three hours of deliberation.

C1 noun /ˈhɪpnətɪzəm/

hypnotism

催眠術

Meaning

The practice or act of inducing hypnosis.

Example

He studied hypnotism as part of his psychology degree.

彼は心理学の学位の一環として催眠術を学びました。

C1 verb /sɪndʒ/

singe

軽く焼く

Meaning

To burn something superficially or lightly, especially at the edges.

Example

The fire singed his eyebrows.

火が彼の眉毛を焼きました。

B2 noun /ˈbaɪoʊ ˌdeɪtə/

Bio-data

履歴書

Meaning

biographical data; a resume or curriculum vitae containing personal and professional information

Example

Please submit your bio-data along with the job application.

履歴書を求人応募書類と一緒に提出してください。

C1 noun ˌfræɡ.mənˈteɪ.ʃən

fragmentation

フラグメンテーション

Meaning

The process or state of breaking or being broken into fragments.

Example

Habitat fragmentation threatens many species.

生息地のフラグメンテーションは多くの種に脅威を与えています。

B1 noun /ˈpʌb.lɪ.ʃər/

Publisher

出版社

Meaning

a person or company that produces and distributes books, magazines, or newspapers

Example

The publisher decided to print 10,000 copies of the new novel.

出版社は新しい小説の10,000部を印刷することに決めました。

C1 verb /plʌm/

plumb

深さを測るまたは詳細に調べる

Meaning

to measure the depth of water or examine closely

Example

They used a line to plumb the depth of the lake.

彼らは湖の深さを測るためにラインを使いました。

C2 noun /ˈɪəri/

eyrie

ワシの巣

Meaning

the nest of a bird of prey, such as an eagle, typically built high on a cliff or tree

Example

The eagle’s eyrie was perched high on the mountain cliff.

ワシの巣は山の崖の頂上にありました。

C1 noun /ˈtʌɡboʊt/

tugboat

タグボート

Meaning

a small, powerful boat used for towing or pushing ships

Example

The tugboat guided the massive ship safely into the harbor.

タグボートは巨大な船を安全に港に案内しました。

A2 noun /mɔːl/ or /mæl/

mall

ショッピングモール

Meaning

a large building or series of connected buildings containing shops and restaurants

Example

They went to the mall to buy new clothes.

彼らは新しい服を買うためにショッピングモールに行きました。

A2 verb /hɪt/

hit

打つ

Meaning

to strike; to reach a target

Example

He hit the ball with the bat.

彼はバットでボールを打った。

B1 noun/adjective /ˈstændɪŋ/

standing

地位 / 評判

Meaning

status, reputation, or position; also the act of being upright on the feet

Example

He has high standing in the community for his charity work.

彼はその慈善活動のため、コミュニティで高い評価を得ています。

B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

施行する

Meaning

To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.

Example

Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.

厳格な法律を施行することは、違反を防ぐために必要です。

C1 noun /ˈɑːrməri/

armory

武器庫

Meaning

A place where weapons are stored; a supply of resources or skills.

Example

The soldiers kept their weapons in the armory.

兵士たちは武器を武器庫に保管していた。

C2 noun /ɪˈluːmɪnənt/

illuminant

光源

Meaning

A substance or device that produces light.

Example

The lamp acted as an illuminant in the dark cave.

ランプは暗い洞窟で光源として機能しました。

B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

裁判; テスト

Meaning

a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality

Example

The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.

殺人裁判は郡の裁判所で3週間続いた。

C2 adjective /pəˈlædʒ.ɪk/

pelagic

外洋に関連する

Meaning

Relating to the open sea or ocean water column, away from the shore.

Example

Pelagic fish like tuna are found far from the coast.

ツナのような外洋性の魚は海岸から遠くで見つかります。

B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

破壊する

Meaning

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

Example

Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.

個々の追求は社会的調和を破壊します。

C2 noun ˈɡoʊldən ˈbʌtərflaɪ

Golden Butterfly

ゴールデンバタフライ

Meaning

A beautiful species of butterfly with golden coloration, symbolizing beauty and nature.

Example

The Golden Butterfly is a symbol of beauty and nature.

ゴールデンバタフライは美しさと自然の象徴です。

C2 noun /ˈfoʊksl/

forecastle

フォアキャッスル

Meaning

The forward part of a ship below the deck, traditionally used as living quarters for the crew.

Example

The sailors gathered in the forecastle after their shift.

船員たちはシフト後にフォアキャッスルに集まりました。

C1 noun/verb /pɔːr/

pore

毛穴 / 注意深く研究する

Meaning

As a noun: a tiny opening in the skin or surface. As a verb: to study something carefully.

Example

She pored over the documents for hours before making a decision.

彼女は決定を下す前に何時間も書類をじっくりと読みました。

C1 verb /ˈprɒfəsaɪ/

prophesy

予言する

Meaning

to state or predict that something will happen in the future, especially as if divinely inspired

Example

The monk prophesied that peace would return to the land.

その僧侶は平和がこの地に戻ると予言した。

C2 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪzəm/

opportunism

機会主義

Meaning

The practice of taking advantage of opportunities regardless of principles or ethics.

Example

His decision was driven by opportunism, not values.

彼の決定は、価値観ではなくオポチュニズムに動機づけられていました。

C1 noun ˌkæp.ɪ.təl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

capitalization

資本化

Meaning

The total market value of a company's shares or the provision of capital for a company or activity.

Example

The company's capitalization reached $1 billion in market value.

その会社の資本化は市場価値で10億ドルに達しました。

C1 noun /ɪnˈædɪkwəsi/

inadequacy

不十分さ

Meaning

lack of sufficient ability, quality, or strength; a feeling of not being good enough

Example

She struggled with feelings of inadequacy at work despite her strong qualifications.

十分な資格があるにもかかわらず、彼女は職場で不十分さを感じていた。

C1 adjective/verb /ˈwɒrəntɪd/

warranted

正当化された

Meaning

Justified or authorized under the circumstances.

Example

Her anger was warranted after the unfair treatment.

不公平な扱いの後、彼女の怒りは正当化されていました。

A1 noun /ˈmʌni/

money

幸福

Meaning

A medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes; wealth or financial resources.

Example

He saved enough money to buy a new car.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。

C1 verb /ˈhɔːrɪfaɪ/

horrify

恐れさせる

Meaning

to fill with horror; to shock or disgust greatly

Example

The violent scene horrified the audience.

暴力的な場面が観客を恐れさせた。

A2 verb /rɪˈpiːt/

repeat

繰り返す

Meaning

to say or do something again

Example

Could you please repeat what you just said?

今言ったことを繰り返してくれますか？

C1 noun /ˈkævərn/

cavern

洞窟

Meaning

a large cave or chamber in a cave

Example

The explorers entered a dark cavern beneath the mountain.

探検家たちは山の下にある暗い洞窟に入った。

B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

ショーケース、何かを魅力的または有利な方法で提示する

Meaning

A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.

Example

The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.

展示会はアーティストの最高の作品を展示しました。

A2 noun /ˈlæd.ər/

Ladder

はしご

Meaning

a structure consisting of two upright parallel sides connected by rungs, used for climbing up or down

Example

He climbed the ladder to reach the books on the top shelf.

彼は上の棚の本を取るためにはしごを登った。

B1 noun ˈθer.ə.pi

therapy

セラピー

Meaning

Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder; the treatment of a mental or physical disorder.

Example

Gene therapy offers hope for genetic disorders.

遺伝子治療は遺伝性疾患に希望を与えます。

C2 adjective /ˈtjuːmɪd/

tumid

膨らんだ、膨張した、または pompous なスタイル

Meaning

Swollen, enlarged, or pompous in style.

Example

His tumid prose was difficult to read.

彼の膨らんだ散文は読むのが難しかった。

C2 noun /ˈhɒɡz.hɛd/

hogshead

大樽

Meaning

A large cask or barrel, traditionally used for storing liquids like wine or beer.

Example

The cellar was filled with hogsheads of ale.

地下室はビールの大樽でいっぱいだった。

B1 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl/

council

評議会

Meaning

an assembly of people chosen or elected to make decisions or advise on matters

Example

The city council voted to improve public transportation.

市議会は公共交通の改善のために投票しました。

C1 adverb /əˈlɒft/

aloft

高く

Meaning

Up in or into the air; overhead.

Example

The kite was flying aloft in the clear sky.

凧は晴れた空に高く飛んでいた。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈkwes.tʃən.ə.bl̩/

Unquestionable

議論の余地がない; 確実な

Meaning

not able to be disputed or doubted; certain and beyond doubt

Example

Her honesty and integrity are unquestionable qualities.

彼女の誠実さと誠意は議論の余地がない特性です。

C2 adjective /ˈmɔːrdənt/

mordant

Meaning

Having a sharp, critical, or biting quality; especially in humor.

Example

Her mordant wit often left her friends speechless.

C2 noun /kəmˈpleɪsəns/

complaisance

従順

Meaning

willingness to please others; courteous compliance

Example

Her complaisance made her popular among her colleagues.

彼女の従順さは彼女を同僚の中で人気者にしました。

B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

酸性の

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

レモンはとても酸っぱい味がする。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔːr.bɪ.tənt/

exorbitant

法外な

Meaning

Unreasonably high in price or cost; excessive.

Example

The hotel charged an exorbitant price for a basic room.

ホテルは基本的な部屋に法外な価格を請求しました。

C2 adjective /ˈæsɪnaɪn/

asinine

愚かな

Meaning

Extremely foolish or stupid.

Example

It was an asinine idea to drive into the storm without checking the weather.

天気を確認せずに嵐の中を車で走るのは愚かな考えだった。

A2 verb /əˈfɔːrd/

afford

余裕がある

Meaning

to have enough money to buy; to be able to spare

Example

I can't afford a new car right now.

今、新しい車を買う余裕がありません。

C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/

overshadow

覆い隠す

Meaning

to appear more important or significant than something else, reducing its impact

Example

The scandal overshadowed his achievements.

スキャンダルは彼の業績を影にしました。

C1 adjective /ˈheɪ.nəs/

Heinous

凶悪

Meaning

extremely wicked or evil; abominable; morally reprehensible

Example

The heinous crime shocked the entire community.

その凶悪な犯罪はコミュニティ全体を衝撃を与えた。

B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

予測可能

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

彼の反応は過去の行動に基づいて予測可能でした。

C1 noun ˈfɜːr.vɚ

fervor

情熱または熱意

Meaning

Strong passion or enthusiasm for something.

Example

He spoke with great fervor about his vision for the company.

彼は会社のビジョンについて熱心に話しました。

B1 verb /ɪmˈprɛs/

impress

感動させる

Meaning

to cause someone to feel admiration or respect

Example

Her speech managed to impress the audience.

彼女のスピーチは聴衆を感動させました。

A1 adjective/noun /fɔːrθ/

fourth

第四

Meaning

Constituting number four in a sequence; coming after the third in position.

Example

He finished in fourth place in the race.

彼はレースで第四位になった。

C2 verb /flɛdʒ/

fledge

飛べるようになる

Meaning

To develop wing feathers large enough for flight; to bring up until able to fly.

Example

The young birds will fledge in a few weeks.

若い鳥たちは数週間以内に飛べるようになる。

C2 noun /ɪmˈpjuːnɪti/

impunity

Meaning

freedom from punishment or harmful consequences for an action

Example

The dictator ruled with impunity, ignoring international laws.

C2 noun /ˌtrænspəˈzɪʃən/

transposition

転置

Meaning

the act of changing the order or position of something

Example

The transposition of digits caused an error in the calculation.

数字の転置が計算ミスを引き起こした。

B2 adverb /ˈfræŋkli/

Frankly

率直に; 正直に;

Meaning

honestly; openly; in a direct manner

Example

Frankly, I think this plan needs more consideration.

率直に言うと、この計画にはもっと考慮が必要だと思います。

C2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃənɪst/

prohibitionist

禁酒主義者

Meaning

A person who supports or advocates prohibition, especially of alcohol.

Example

The prohibitionist campaigned against the sale of liquor in the town.

禁酒主義者は町での酒の販売に反対するキャンペーンを行った。

C1 noun /koʊˈɜː.ʃən/

coercion

強制

Meaning

The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.

Example

Cybercriminals use coercion to extract information.

サイバー犯罪者は情報を引き出すために強制を使います。

C1 adjective /ˌkaʊntərɪnˈtuːɪtɪv/

counterintuitive

直感に反する

Meaning

contrary to what one would intuitively expect

Example

His approach seems counterintuitive but it actually works.

彼のアプローチは直感に反するように見えますが、実際には効果的です。

C1 verb /rɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

regenerate

再生する

Meaning

to grow or produce again; to renew or restore

Example

The lizard can regenerate its lost tail.

トカゲは失われた尾を再生できます。

B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Meaning

a young duck

Example

The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.

B2 verb ɪmˈpaʊərɪŋ

empowering

権限を与える

Meaning

Giving someone the authority or power to do something; making someone stronger and more confident.

Example

Empowering children can lead to societal progress.

子供たちに権限を与えることは、社会的進歩につながる可能性があります。

C2 noun /ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃən/

valediction

別れの言葉

Meaning

The act of saying farewell; a formal goodbye.

Example

The professor gave a touching valediction at his retirement ceremony.

教授は退職式で感動的な別れの言葉を述べました。

C2 adjective /ˌfoʊtoʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

photoelectric

フォトエレクトリック

Meaning

relating to the emission of electrons or other free carriers when light shines on a material

Example

The photoelectric effect is fundamental in solar panels.

光電効果は太陽光パネルにおいて基本的です。

A1 adjective /ˈmɛni/

many

多くの

Meaning

a large number of

Example

Many students attended the lecture.

多くの学生が講義に参加しました。

C1 phrase ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm kəˈlæps

ecosystem collapse

エコシステムの崩壊

Meaning

The complete breakdown of an ecological system, resulting in the inability to maintain its structure and function.

Example

Unchecked deforestation can lead to ecosystem collapse.

制御されない森林伐採はエコシステムの崩壊を引き起こす可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˈkrɪtɪk/

critic

批評家

Meaning

A person who judges the merits of something, especially art or literature

Example

The film critic praised the director's latest movie.

映画批評家は監督の最新映画を称賛しました。

C2 noun /məˈlɛvələns/

malevolence

悪意

Meaning

The state or condition of being malevolent; having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

Example

His malevolence was clear in the cruel way he treated his rivals.

彼の悪意は、彼がライバルを扱う残忍な方法において明らかだった。

A2 noun /ɪkˈskjuːs/

Excuse

言い訳

Meaning

a reason or explanation put forward to defend or justify a fault or offense

Example

Being tired is not a valid excuse for not completing your homework.

疲れていることは宿題を終わらせなかった理由にはならない。

B1 verb /ˌɛntərˈteɪn/

entertain

Meaning

to provide amusement, enjoyment, or hospitality to others

Example

The comedian entertained the audience with his jokes.

C2 adjective /ˈvɪnsəbl/

vincible

打ち負かされる可能性がある

Meaning

capable of being overcome or defeated

Example

The enemy seemed vincible after losing their main base.

敵は主要基地を失った後、打ち負かされる可能性があった。

C1 noun /ˈtrɪp.lət/

triplet

三つ子

Meaning

One of three children or animals born at the same time to the same mother.

Example

The family was surprised to have triplets instead of twins.

その家族は双子ではなく三つ子を持つことに驚いていました。

C2 noun /ˈmaɪ.nə/

Mynah

マイナ

Meaning

a tropical bird with dark feathers that can mimic human speech

Example

The mynah bird repeated every word I said.

マイナの鳥は私が言ったすべての言葉を繰り返しました。

B1 noun /pɑːrˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/

participation

参加

Meaning

the action of taking part in something

Example

Her participation in the competition was commendable.

彼女の競技会への参加は称賛に値しました。

B2 noun ˈɡrætɪtjuːd

gratitude

感謝

Meaning

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.

Example

Gratitude towards the martyrs is a moral duty.

殉教者への感謝は道徳的義務です。

C1 adjective /prɪˈkoʊʃəs/

precocious

早熟

Meaning

Showing advanced development or maturity at an unusually early age.

Example

The precocious child was reading novels at the age of five.

その早熟な子供は5歳で小説を読んでいました。

A2 adjective, adverb /ˈfʊl taɪm/

full-time

フルタイム

Meaning

working or studying for the whole standard period of time

Example

She works full-time as a teacher.

彼女は教師としてフルタイムで働いています。

C1 noun /ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/

impediments

障害

Meaning

A hindrance or obstruction in doing something; things that prevent progress or achievement.

Example

Economic impediments often hinder social development.

経済的な障害はしばしば社会的発展を妨げる。

B2 noun/verb ˈven.tʃər

venture

リスクのある事業、冒険、起業

Meaning

A risky or daring journey or undertaking; a business enterprise involving considerable risk.

Example

His new venture into e-commerce proved successful.

彼の新しい電子商取引のベンチャーは成功した。

C2 noun /ˈɡɪbən/

gibbon

テナガザル

Meaning

a small to medium-sized tailless ape with long arms, native to the forests of Southeast Asia

Example

The gibbon swung gracefully through the trees using its long arms.

ギボンは長い腕を使って木々の間を優雅に移動した。

C2 verb /ɪnˈdjuː/

endue

授ける

Meaning

To provide or endow with a quality or ability.

Example

The leader was endued with wisdom and courage.

リーダーは知恵と勇気を授けられた。

C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

詳細への注意

Meaning

Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Example

His meticulousness made the project successful.

彼のメティキュラスネスはプロジェクトを成功させました。

A2 noun /ˈlem.ən/

Lemon

レモン

Meaning

a yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice

Example

She squeezed a lemon into her tea.

彼女はお茶にレモンを絞った。

C1 adjective /frɔːt/

fraught

満ちた

Meaning

Filled with or likely to result in something undesirable.

Example

The negotiations were fraught with tension and uncertainty.

交渉は緊張と不確実性で満ちていました。

C2 adjective /ˌoʊdəˈrɪfərəs/

odoriferous

芳香のある

Meaning

having or giving off a smell, especially a strong or pleasant one

Example

The garden was filled with odoriferous flowers.

庭は芳香のある花でいっぱいでした。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməl/

minimal

最小限

Meaning

the smallest or least amount possible

Example

The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.

事故後、車の損傷は最小限でした。

A2 noun /ˈkælɪndər/

calendar

カレンダー

Meaning

a system for organizing days, months, and years; a chart showing days of the year

Example

She marked her birthday on the calendar.

彼女はカレンダーに誕生日をマークしました。

B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

切れ端 / 捨てる

Meaning

A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.

Example

He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.

彼はその番号を書くために紙の切れ端を使いました。

B1 adjective /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfl/

Unsuccessful

失敗した; 成功しなかった;

Meaning

not achieving desired aims or results; failing to accomplish a purpose

Example

His unsuccessful attempt to climb the mountain left him disappointed.

彼の失敗した山登りの試みは彼を失望させた。

A2 noun /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/

Being

存在; 生物; 存在の状態

Meaning

existence; a living creature; the state of existing

Example

Every human being deserves respect and dignity.

すべての人間は尊敬と尊厳に値する。

A1 noun ˈræbɪt

rabbit

ウサギ

Meaning

A small mammal with long ears, long hind legs, and a short tail

Example

The rabbit ran quickly into the forest.

ウサギは森の中を速く走った。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈbraɪdld/

unbridled

抑制のない

Meaning

Uncontrolled and unrestrained.

Example

The protesters showed unbridled enthusiasm for change.

抗議者は変革に対して抑えきれない熱意を示しました。

C2 noun /ˈmaɪtər/

miter

司教帽子

Meaning

a tall, pointed hat worn by bishops; also a type of joint made between two pieces of material

Example

The bishop placed the miter on his head during the ceremony.

司教は儀式の間に司教帽子を頭に載せました。

B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

撤退する

Meaning

to move back or withdraw from a position or situation

Example

The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.

兵士たちは戦いに負けた後、撤退しなければならなかった。

C1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən.ɛr.i/

Missionary

宣教師

Meaning

A person sent on a religious mission to promote their faith in a foreign country

Example

The missionary spent years teaching and helping people in remote villages.

宣教師は遠隔地の村で何年も人々に教え、助けてきました。

C1 noun /trɔːf/

trough

飼い葉桶、低点

Meaning

A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.

Example

The cows drank water from the wooden trough.

牛は木製の飼い葉桶から水を飲みました。

C2 noun /ˌæs.əˈfet.ɪ.də/

Asafoetida

アサフェティダ

Meaning

a pungent spice derived from the resin of a plant, commonly used in Indian cooking

Example

A pinch of asafoetida adds a distinctive flavor to the lentil curry.

アサフェティダを少し加えると、レンズ豆カレーに独特の風味が加わります。

C2 adjective /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

symphonious

Meaning

Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.

Example

The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.

C1 verb /prəˈkræs.tɪ.neɪt/

procrastinate

先延ばしする, 延期する

Meaning

To delay or postpone action; to put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness.

Example

He tends to procrastinate when facing difficult tasks.

彼は困難な仕事に直面したとき、先延ばしにしがちです。

B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfill

実現する

Meaning

to complete or accomplish something, especially a task or promise

Example

He worked hard to fulfill his dreams.

彼は夢を実現するために一生懸命働きました。

C1 adjective /oʊˈbiːs/

obese

肥満

Meaning

Extremely overweight; having an excessive amount of body fat.

Example

The doctor advised the obese patient to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

医者は肥満患者に健康的な生活様式を採用するように勧めました。

B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

正当性

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

Example

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

選挙の正当性は観察者によって疑問視されました。

C2 adjective /spæzˈmɒdɪk/

spasmodic

痙攣性

Meaning

occurring irregularly or in sudden bursts

Example

The patient experienced spasmodic coughing during the night.

患者は夜間に痙攣性の咳を経験しました。

C2 adjective /kɔːrˈpɔːriəl/

corporeal

肉体的, 物質的

Meaning

relating to the physical body; material or tangible

Example

Ghosts are often described as having no corporeal form.

幽霊はしばしば肉体的な形がないと説明されます。

B1 noun /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

improvement

改善

Meaning

the act of making something better

Example

There has been a significant improvement in his health.

彼の健康には重要な改善がありました。

C2 adjective /bɒmˈbæstɪk/

bombastic

派手な

Meaning

using pompous or inflated language with little meaning

Example

The professor’s bombastic lecture impressed no one.

教授の派手な講義は誰にも印象を与えませんでした。

B2 noun /ˈvɛtərən/

veteran

経験豊富な人 / 退役軍人

Meaning

a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces

Example

He is a veteran of the software industry.

彼はソフトウェア業界のベテランです。

C2 noun /ˈklaɪmɪŋ fɪʃ/

Climbing-fish

木登り魚

Meaning

a type of fish that can climb trees and survive out of water for short periods

Example

The climbing-fish can move from one pond to another by climbing trees.

木登り魚は、木を登って一つの池から別の池へ移動することができます。

C2 noun /ˈmɒrəlɪst/

moralist

道徳家

Meaning

A person who teaches or promotes moral principles and values.

Example

The author was known as a strict moralist in his writings.

著者は彼の著作で厳格なモラリストとして知られていました。

C1 verb /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/

intimidate

Meaning

To frighten or overawe someone, especially to make them do what one wants.

Example

The bully tried to intimidate the smaller kids.

B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

推論

Meaning

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Example

His deduction from the evidence was accurate.

証拠から彼の推論は正確でした。

B1 noun /ˈbluː.ber.i/

Blueberry

ブルーベリー

Meaning

a small round blue fruit that grows on bushes

Example

She picked fresh blueberries for the pie.

彼女はパイのために新鮮なブルーベリーを摘んだ。

A1 conjunction /ðæn/

than

より

Meaning

used to introduce the second element in a comparison

Example

She is taller than her brother.

彼女は彼女の兄よりも背が高い。

B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

複雑

Meaning

consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand

Example

The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.

機械の指示は従うにはあまりにも複雑です。

C1 verb /ɔːɡˈmɛnt/

augment

増加させる

Meaning

To increase or strengthen something.

Example

The company plans to augment its workforce.

会社は労働力を増加させる計画を立てています。

C2 adjective /ˈbɔːlki/

balky

頑固

Meaning

difficult, uncooperative, or stubborn

Example

The balky printer refused to work when needed most.

頑固なプリンターは最も必要な時に動作を拒否しました。

C1 noun /ˌɛks.həˈleɪ.ʃən/

exhalation

息を吐くこと

Meaning

The action of breathing out.

Example

Slow exhalation calms the nervous system.

ゆっくりした息を吐くことは神経系を落ち着かせます。

C1 adjective /ˈdiːviəs/

devious

狡猾な

Meaning

Skillful at using underhanded tactics to achieve goals; not straightforward.

Example

He used a devious plan to gain control of the company.

彼は会社の支配権を握るために、狡猾な計画を使いました。

C2 noun /vɪˈsɪsɪtjuːd/

vicissitude

人生の変化

Meaning

A natural change or succession of one thing to another; the ups and downs of life.

Example

The vicissitude of life often teaches resilience.

人生の変化はしばしばレジリエンスを教えます。

B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

陽気な

Meaning

Full of good humor and cheerfulness.

Example

The children were in a jolly mood at the party.

子供たちはパーティーで陽気な気分でした。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpækt/

Compact

コンパクト; 小さくて効率的にデザインされた

Meaning

closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed

Example

She bought a compact car that fits easily in small parking spaces.

彼女は小さな駐車スペースにも簡単に収まるコンパクトカーを買った。

B2 verb /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/

furnish

家具を設置する、提供する

Meaning

to provide or supply with furniture or equipment

Example

They furnished the new house with modern furniture.

彼らは新しい家に現代的な家具を備えました。

C1 adjective bəˈnev.əl.ənt

benevolent

慈悲深い, 寛大な, 親切な

Meaning

Kind, generous, showing goodwill and kindness.

Example

His benevolent nature made him beloved.

彼の寛大な性格は彼をとても愛される人にしました。